Myriad-leaf
Myriophyllum verticillatum
Last reviewed: July 2026
Light
part shade
Water
high
Size
12"–48" H × 12"–36" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AZ, CA, CO, CT and 28 more states
Myriad-leaf is an aquatic perennial with finely divided, feathery leaves arranged in whorls around the stem. This native water plant produces small flowers above the water surface during summer months and requires consistently wet or submerged conditions to thrive.
In an HOA neighborhood
Myriad-leaf takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
- Aquatic plant requiring water features
- Not suitable for typical residential landscaping
- May be considered invasive if not properly contained
Wildlife value
This aquatic plant provides habitat and food for waterfowl and supports aquatic insects. The submerged portions offer shelter for fish and other aquatic wildlife.
Common questions
- How much sun does Myriad-leaf need?
- Myriad-leaf grows best in part shade conditions.
- When does Myriad-leaf bloom?
- Myriad-leaf blooms in June, July, and August.
- Where is Myriad-leaf native?
- Myriad-leaf (Myriophyllum verticillatum) is native to AZ, CA, CO, CT and 28 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- Is Myriad-leaf HOA-friendly?
- Myriad-leaf takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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